Sword Shatters Stars

Chapter 145 Big Operation?

"...The truth is: I don't know!"

"If you ask me now, I will calmly say that I am waiting for an opportunity that will not harm my friends. But if I actually receive news of my enemy, I don't know if I can bear it."

Lin Xiufeng suspected that Lin Qiru was asking about her own troubles, the same problems he had in Mirror Lake, and that she was only now giving an indirect answer.

"What if your enemy, like Zhao Youyue's, is already dead? Would you return to Tianlan Star?"

Lin Qiru continued to ask questions, usually these kinds of questions were asked of herself.

“My original plan was to go back and take care of my grandparents. But actually… I haven’t thought about it in detail. I can’t think that far ahead with such a great revenge to be exacted. Besides, I don’t dare to think about it.”

Lin Xiufeng realized that he really couldn't chat with Lin Qiru, because he would naturally be influenced by Xu Xinying.

He habitually expresses himself truthfully because he learned from his parents since childhood that loving people should habitually express themselves truthfully, regardless of whether they are in a good or bad mood.

His father said that this way there would be no misunderstandings or suspicions, and only then could they truly understand each other deeply, thus preventing the accumulation of negative emotions over time.

Lin Xiufeng brought this attitude into his own relationships, and he treated Xu Xinying the same way.

The same applies to Zhao Youyue, but Zhao Youyue hasn't fully grasped this yet, since she received a different kind of upbringing.

Fortunately, after asking her question, Lin Qiru remained silent, just as usual.

The rain was falling, landing on the straw hat, running down the armor, and onto the body.

The land in the Misty Forest Mountains is always wet, and rainwater eventually flows to the south, into the circular abyss.

It is estimated that in another ten months, the water of the Circular Abyss will overflow the southern side of the Misty Forest Mountain Range and flow towards the lower-lying mountain range.

More and more ponds were dug into the high cliffs to the north, and more and more mutated fish were raised there.

Fang Yuan plans to dig a pool on the south side of the Wulin Mountain range, in an area that will eventually flood, to artificially control the overflowing waterways.

Lin Xiufeng's approach was to treat the low-lying mountain ranges as individual lakes, with the mutated fish remaining in the lakes until the mountain ranges could no longer contain them and they began to flow outwards.

But by then, perhaps the rainy season will have ended.

But he hasn't brought it up yet. Firstly, he's not in a hurry, and secondly, he's currently in a relaxed state and would never suggest it.

At the entrance of the base headquarters, Zhao Youyue and Qin Yong, wearing straw hats, had clearly come to greet them after being informed by others.

Lin Xiufeng couldn't help but laugh and say:

"Qin Yong really cares about you. I'm just benefiting from your kindness."

"Is that so?" Lin Qiru's usual reply meant she was unwilling to discuss it.

However, Lin Xiufeng soon realized that Qin Yong's enthusiasm today did not seem to be for Lin Qiru's sake.

Lin Qiru said goodbye and left without Qin Yong or Zhao Youyue trying to stop her.

Qin Yong warmly explained his purpose.

"Given the weakness of the Fantian Organization, the Tianwu Group plans to launch further operations against Fantian, and the battlefield has been chosen to be the central base."

"Ever since the Overturning Heaven Organization lost twelve Heavenly Warriors led by Xiang Meiyan, news of the agreement that the Overturning Heaven Commander had reached with you has spread like wildfire again..."

Lin Xiufeng wanted to laugh when he heard this; it was clearly spread widely by the Tianwu Group.

"Distrust of the Grand Commander has arisen within the Overturning Organization, and they are also wary of the strength of the Youlin Feiyue Group."

"As a result, the Commander-in-Chief has been unable to organize a larger-scale operation for a long time, but with your cooperation, and given that the Commander-in-Chief is eager to get out of the predicament, he will definitely take risks!"

"My junior sister said this matter requires your approval; you're the team leader—without your support and cooperation, the operation can't proceed." Qin Yong lowered his voice slightly, then said happily:
"Congratulations in advance! After this operation, Master plans to use this achievement to turn the Central Base into the Central Branch, and you'll be the branch leaders!"

Lin Xiufeng deliberately said, "Let Zhao Youyue be the minister; she can take full responsibility for the matter. I'm overwhelmed and confused lately, unable to do anything, and really can't handle anything!"

"Opportunity knocks but once!" Qin Yong advised.
"Give it your all, and keep your spirits up to complete this major operation. If the Overturning Heaven Organization sends enough people, we might be able to wipe out the Overturning Heaven's Heavenly Warriors in one fell swoop!"

"By then, it won't just be branch ministers; you guys will all be able to get your applications approved to return to Tianlan Star!"

"With our great revenge unavenged and constantly haunted by nightmares, how can we talk about returning to the Blue Star?"

Lin Xiufeng sighed, looking exhausted, and said:
"Let Xiaoyou take full responsibility. I really don't have the energy, so I won't stay with you. I need to go back and get some rest."

Seeing Lin Xiufeng about to leave, Qin Yong hurriedly called out to him:

"No, Lin Xiufeng—"

"Lin Xiufeng, this is no fun! This is a major operation that will affect the changing situation on the Dream Continent!"

"The Grand Commander-in-Chief is facing pressure to maintain his position. If this is delayed any longer, whether he can hold on or not, he will miss the opportunity to make a desperate gamble!"

As Qin Yong spoke, he chased after her to the door, but Lin Xiufeng went in and closed the bedroom door behind her.

"Lin Xiufeng—"

Qin Yong called out again, but there was no response.

He had no choice but to turn to Zhao Youyue and say:

"He needs time to get the information he wants! But the opportunity to act now won't wait for anyone!"

"If this drags on any longer, the internal strife within Fantian will escalate to a fever pitch. The Grand Commander of Fantian will either defeat the opposition or be defeated by them. At that point, there will be no basis for our actions!"

Qin Yong was very anxious and hoped that Zhao Youyue could persuade Lin Xiufeng to change her mind.

"My senior brother will go back and try to get the news as soon as possible, so that he can rest assured."

"I'll also try to do his job, and I'll let you know as soon as I hear anything."

"The combat operation must be carried out no matter what. If we can't keep up, we'll have to give up the results of a large number of kills."

Zhao Youyue knew that it was useless to say anything now, as Lin Xiufeng was too opinionated, especially when it came to matters of principle.

It was originally because her uncle had been exploiting their group too much.

Zhao Youyue knew that her uncle wanted to seize the opportunity to push her to a higher position as soon as possible, so his methods were a bit too forceful.

She was caught in the middle and had to bear the pressure from both sides.

Qin Yong hadn't expected Lin Xiufeng to act this way, and his opinion of him changed. He said in a very serious tone:
"Master said that the operation must deal a devastating blow to the Overturning Heaven Organization! Simply repelling a group of Overturning Heaven warriors will not cripple them, nor will it change the situation on the Dream Continent."

"Junior sister should understand what Master means. If the results are not significant enough, it will be difficult to push you to the position of branch leader."

"The Heavenly Martial Corps values ​​seniority based on contributions. If you don't have seniority, you must make outstanding contributions."

"The central branch of Dream Continent is currently vacant. If you don't fight for it, everyone else will!"

"You said that to annihilate the Heavenly Martial Warriors who have turned the world upside down, we need Lin Xiufeng's power. Then let's work on both sides and strive for a perfect victory!"

“I understand my uncle’s intentions, and I know my senior brother is doing this for our own good. We’ll work on both sides!”

Zhao Youyue personally saw Qin Yong off, feeling sorry for her senior brother who had to travel thousands of kilometers back and forth.

(End of this chapter)